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Broomfield Enterprise In the Pews Jan. 27

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Blood drive at United Methodist

Bonfils blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today in Broomfield United Methodist Church's Family Life Center, 545 W. 10th Ave. Schedule an appointment at bonfils.org using site code 1990, or call Vicki McCafferty at 303-252-7774.

Rainbow Trail executive visits Church of Hope

Rainbow Trail Executive Director Dave Jarvis will assist Pastor Scott McAnnaly in leading worship at Lutheran Church of Hope, 1305 W. 10th Ave., today. Rainbow Trail is one of two outdoor ministries supported by the church. Jarvis also will led an adult forum at 10:30 a.m. to talk about life and community events at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp. For more information, call 303-466-4823.

Financial Peace U at local churches

Sessions of Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University will be held at local churches in January. The nine-week course provides families and individuals with practical tools to gain control of their finances and set themselves up for long-term financial success. Will be held in Broomfield at: Good News Community Church, 5511 W. 136th Ave., at 7 p.m. starting Monday . Information/registration: Nancy Wildrick, 303-469-4457; and Lutheran Church of Hope, 1305 W. 10th Ave., starting Feb. 10. Information: Randy Mensing at 303-466-4823.

Centering Prayer group will hold an introduction to centering prayer workshop led by the Rev. Michelle Danson from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, 1700 W. 10th Ave. All are welcome. Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer and is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer.; it aims to add depth of meaning to all prayer. Light breakfast and registration at 8:30 a.m. Participants can give $10 donation to help defer cost of the workshop, but no fee will be charged. For more information and to RSVP, call 303-420-1345 or email Sandy Grundy at jssgrundy@comcast.net or Bob Rudlund at rrudlund2@comcast.net.

Fundraising breakfast at United Methodist

A pancake breakfast fundraiser to support a mission trip to Haiti will be from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 3 in the Family Life Center at Broomfield United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave. Proceeds will go toward supplies needed to provide self-made water purification systems ($35 each) to as many Haitian households as possible, Assisting Institution Univers (a K-13 Christian school) with school maintenance projects and helping to teach English. A $5 donation is requested ($3 for ages 5 and younger. There also will be a silent auction at the breakfast of a handmade wooden dollhouse. For more information, call Michael Rowley at 303-661-9425, ext. 11.

In response to recent national tragedies, Broomfield United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave., is starting a new program to address mental health and mental illness. A mental health workshop will be from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Feb. 10. A suicide awareness workshop will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Feb. 17. To register, contact Leandra Price at leandra.m@aol.com or 859-351-2644.

Sunday evening service at United Methodist

Broomfield United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave., will hold start a Sunday evening service at 5:05 p.m. Feb. 17. Service will feature a more subdued, introspective feel with acoustic music.

Women's Bible study at Christian Church

Christian Church of Broomfield, 12601 Sheridan Blvd. (corner of Midway and Sheridan boulevards) is starting a new women's Bible study: "The Law of Love"by Beth Moore. Will meet at 5:30 p.m. Sundays and at 9:30 or 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The cost of the book is $10. For more information or to sign up, call 303-469-2314.

Ladies Bible study at Community Church

Study of "Becoming a Woman of Strength" by Cynthia Heald will meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at Broomfield Community Church, 255 Miramonte Blvd. Thirty-minute video followed by discussion on practical approach to applying biblical principles to daily living. Cost for book is $7.50. If you plan to attend, contact Kathi Vogt, vogtjr@live.com or 303-465-2924, so organizers can ensure enough books are ordered.

Women's Gathering at Holy Comforter

Women's Gathering, an informal, drop-in group of ladies who knit and crochet hats, mittens and scarves for those in need, meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays in Maglaras Hall at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, 1700 W. 10th Ave. In January and February, the group is working on baby and toddler items for the foster care agency at Pine Ridge Reservation and local nonprofit A Precious Child. Along with hats, blankets and small scarves, afghans are needed. Eight-inch knit or crocheted squares are needed to assemble afghans. The group is beginning to run low on donated yarn. All yarn donations are welcome. Call the church, 303-466-2667 to drop off items.

For more information, call Dotti Moyer at 303-404-2530.

Wednesday Bible study at Rejoice Lutheran

Rejoice Lutheran Church 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie, is holding adult Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The Rev. Marcel Naruki of St. Mathew's Lutheran Church in Aurora will lead the study. For more information, call 303-828-3953 .

Presbyterian Preschool accepting registrations

Presbyterian Preschool, 350 Main St., is taking enrollment for Fall 2013. Classes are from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. Friday can be added as a kindergarten-enrichment program for students planning on entering kindergarten in Fall 2014. A Lunch Bunch program also is available. For more information or an appointment, call 303-466-4433.

Adventure Club at Presbyterian Church

Adventure Club for elementary school-age children meets from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Saturdays at Presbyterian Church of Broomfield, 350 Main St. Includes children's Christian theater (no try-outs), games, Bible stories, munchies, crafts, music and more. For more information, go to pcofb.org or call 303-466-4433.

Awana classes at First Baptist

First Baptist Church of Broomfield, 90 Emerald St., is holding Awana classes from 6:20 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays. The program is for ages 31/2 through sixth grade. Dues are 50 cents per week, plus cost of handbooks and uniforms. Scholarships available for books and uniforms. For more information, contact Kathy Bechtold at 303.469.2231 or dkbechtold.com.

Wacky Wednesdays at United Methodist

Wacky Wednesday Music and Fun is from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays when school is in session at Broomfield United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave. For ages 4 through fifth grade. Music, faith lessons, activities and more.

Writer's group at Holy Comforter

A writer's group meets from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, 1700 W. 10th Ave. Regardless of the type of genre they work in, all writers are welcome. Meetings include discussions on writing and sharing work in a supportive environment. For more information, call Ben Ortiz at 720-277-5907.

Willow Creek Global Leadership Group

The Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit Group meets at Broomfield United Methodist Church, 545 W. 10th Ave., to watch and discuss sessions from 2009 and 2010. This is the same high-impact leadership training experienced by more than 100,000 leaders around the world every year. Open to all. For more information, e-mail Liz Law-Evans at LawEvans@indra.com.

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